Entrepreneurship
Academic entrepreneurs — scientists who start research-based companies while keeping their academic positions — are showing that science and business can enrich one another rather…
The BLM surge brought funding to Black founders – then the doors closed again
Five years ago, following the murder of George Floyd, Black-founded startups briefly experienced a surge of attention from venture capitalists (VCs). In the two years…
How Unicorns Win: Embracing Simplicity and Securing Early Private Capital
A new international study led by researchers from Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) in Lithuania has shed light on why some digital mental health start-ups…
The Impact of Parental Leave Policies on Mothers’ Entrepreneurial Choices
Recent research published in the Journal of Management Studies offers a nuanced perspective on how parental leave policies—specifically their temporal and financial elements—can shape mothers’…
New Research Finds Resilient Entrepreneurs Navigate Emotional Highs and Lows with Greater Ease
Entrepreneurship is often described as a turbulent emotional journey punctuated by soaring excitement and periods of profound doubt. Yet, new research published in the Strategic…
Recent Study Reveals Successful Tactics for Entrepreneurs to Communicate Risks While Maintaining Investor Trust
Entrepreneurs often grapple with whether to disclose the inherent risks in their business ventures. While honesty can bolster credibility, it also risks deterring potential investors.…
Creating the Ideal Pitch: Understanding Business-to-Investor Marketing Strategies
A recent study published in the Journal of Marketing explores effective strategies startups can use to craft their pitches to attract investors in a highly…
Recent Research Investigates the Impact of Cultural Norms on Worldwide Entrepreneurship
A recent investigation by Valentina A. Assenova and Raphael Amit from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, uncovers the significant role of cultural tightness and…
Groundbreaking Research Reveals the Profound Influence of Accelerator Programmes on Global Startups
A seminal study by Valentina A. Assenova and Raphael Amit from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania unveils significant findings on the positive…
Entrepreneurs Funded by Family and Friends Tend to Opt for Less Risky Growth Strategies
Entrepreneurs often lack the resources and funding to kick-start their ventures, leading them to contact family and friends for initial support. However, this raises a…
Launching a New Biomaterials Startup is More Challenging Than Expected
Entrepreneurship has permeated various sectors, including science, where engineers and scientists are increasingly translating their research into marketable products or services, leading to the inception…
Underserved Entrepreneurs Carve Out Their Own Niches
In 2014, Whitney Wolfe Herd resigned from her position at the dating app Tinder, having encountered workplace sexism, and set out to establish her dating…